1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Arnage | 127 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |